What makes the '14 animated horror stories' so appealing to horror fans?

Horror animated stories can often explore deeper themes in a more accessible way. They can deal with things like death, fear of the unknown, and the afterlife. Take 'Coraline' for instance. It's not just about a girl finding a spooky other world, but also about her relationship with her parents and growing up.

The animation style can enhance the horror. For example, stop - motion animation can give a really uncanny and disturbing feel. Also, the lack of the need for complex live - action setups means more focus can be on the horror elements. A lot of these short stories can explore psychological horror in really interesting ways, like 'The Other Side' which plays with the idea of parallel worlds and the fear of the unknown. It's a short but very impactful exploration of a horror concept.

The appeal of animated short horror stories lies in their ability to combine different elements. They can mix cute or unusual characters with horror themes. Take 'Coraline' for instance. The main character is a little girl, which gives a sense of innocence, but the things she encounters in the other world are terrifying. Moreover, animation allows for a lot of creativity in showing supernatural and horror elements that might be hard to do in live - action with a small budget.

The visual aspect. Animators can create really creepy and unique visuals that add to the horror. For example, they can distort characters' features in ways that live - action might not be able to do as easily. Also, the use of color and lighting can set a very spooky mood. And the fact that they are short means you can get a quick horror fix without having to invest a lot of time, which is appealing to those with limited time but a love for horror.

The visual aspect. Animated horror can create really unique and disturbing visuals that live - action might not be able to achieve as easily. For example, the way they can distort characters or create otherworldly landscapes.

The contrast. Christmas is usually associated with joy and warmth, but when horror elements are added, it creates a very unique and jarring contrast. It's like mixing the familiar with the unexpected.

The grotesque nature of the fungus. Fungus can be really disgusting in real life, and in horror novels, it's amplified. They can be described as slimy, pulsating, and oozing, which immediately creates a sense of revulsion in the readers. In 'The Ruins', the way the vine - like fungus behaves and attacks is both grotesque and terrifying.

The sense of mystery. In 'the letter horror novel', there are often elements that are not fully explained at first. This makes readers keep guessing and that's appealing. For example, strange noises or disappearances that don't have an obvious cause.

For some fans, it's about exploring the deeper, darker aspects of the characters. In normal MLP, the characters are mostly one - dimensional in terms of their 'goodness'. But in horror fanfics, they can be complex, with hidden motives and a capacity for evil. For example, seeing Pinkie Pie as a deranged character in some fanfics adds a whole new layer to her character that you don't see in the regular show. Also, it can be a form of creative rebellion against the typical, saccharine - sweet nature of the official MLP content.

The suspense. Horror stories keep you on the edge of your seat. You don't know what's going to happen next, like in 'The Haunting of Hill House'. There are strange noises and events that keep you guessing.